In this episode, Hans shares the top 3 things educational leaders need to implement in this new normal. Later, Jennifer shares about her yearly night before school dream. Listen on your favorite podcast platform! More Episodes
Think Better: Where Do I Begin?
TL;DR: Introduction to a new series: Think Better. Understanding that our thoughts are powerful and have meaning can provide many benefits to educators. Think better by understanding how growth happens, not overanalyzing, and focusing on today. What does it mean to think better? Through my lens, it means using our thoughts to propel us forward instead of holding us back. … Read More
Building Community through Morning Meeting
TL;DR: Morning meeting is a time for students to gather, discuss the day’s events and lessons, and anything else on their minds. Morning meeting is a strategy for building community in a classroom. Each morning meeting is facilitated by the teacher, but is student-driven. At precisely 9:25 on Monday morning, the doorbell rings. Students put away their materials, quickly move … Read More
208: Adam DeWitt chats with us about his journey from educator to administrator and shares many of the lessons he’s learned along the way.
Adam DeWitt chats with us about his journey from educator to administrator and shares many of the lessons he’s learned along the way. Adam’s Recommendations EdTech Tool: Google Calendar Books: Teachers Deserve It by Adam Welcome & Rae Hughart Who to Follow on Social Media: @Joe_Sanfelippo @SarahSajohnson @E_Sheninger YouTube/Podcast/Website/Blog: Gerry Brooks (YouTube) Daily/Weekly/Monthly Routine: Daily: Make 5 phone calls … Read More
Facilitating Small Group Instruction to Meet Student Needs
TL;DR: Small group instruction and one-on-one conferences are possible this year. Five tips to make these types of instruction happen – whether you’re fully virtual or hybrid. In my classroom, like many others, small group instruction is a cornerstone of our structure. In fact, a majority of the teaching I do is done in a small group model. I work … Read More